Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis
Press Release
MCS 21-761
Press Conference
Good afternoon. My name is Brian Koberna, I am a Lieutenant with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office and Deputy Commander of the Major Case Squad activated in this case. I would first like to express my deepest sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of the victim in this case.
I would like to commend the tireless efforts of the talented members of the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis that worked this case. I would also like to recognize the Members of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office, United States Marshals Service, Illinois State Police Crime Scene and Illinois State Police Crime Laboratory. This case could not have been made without their dedication.
On July 16, 2021, at approximately 11:51 p.m., the Madison Police Department received a series of 9-1-1 calls regarding a subject being shot in the 500 block of Washington Ave, Madison, Illinois. First responders arrived at began rendering aid to the victim. The victim was transported to a St. Louis area hospital where he died as a result of his injuries.
The Major Case Squad was subsequently activated at the request of the Madison Police Department. Approximately 15 investigators responded to the call and worked until the case was resolved.
The victim was identified as:
Antwone L. Brown M/B 48 years of age
Katy, Texas
After a thorough investigation a suspect was identified. The suspect was identified as:
Marvin Ellis Treadway M/B 48 years of age
1600 block of 6th St., Madison, Illinois
Investigators learned that Brown was visiting the area from Katy, Texas and knew Treadway. The investigation has revealed the defendant has acted alone in killing Brown.
Treadway was taken into custody on July 20, 2021 by the United States Marshals Services and Major Case Investigators in the 4200 Biverton Dr., Swansea, Illinois.
On July 21, 2021, the Madison County States Attorney’s Office charged the following Marvin Ellis Treadway with First Degree Murder.
This was a thorough and swift investigation with a quick resolution. We investigation approximately 70 leads and executed numerous search warrants with more likely forthcoming. This case was a good example of good old fashioned police work with persistency and dedication. I hope the victim’s family, friends, and associates find solace in the fact that the killer is caught. The case will now be turned over the court system and we and pray that fair justice is served.
The public is encouraged to contact the Major Case Squad with any additional information at 618-709-7750 or the Madison Police Department at 618-876-4300.
Lieutenant Brian Koberna
Madison County Sheriff’s Office
Deputy Commander Major Case Squad
